Lake & Pond Shoreline Stabilization & Enhancement

The proper use and installation of native plants and other bioengineering materials along lake and pond shorelines can greatly improve water quality and add color, diversity, and aesthetic interest to residential communities, commercial developments, and the natural environment.

Benefits of using native plants along lake and pond edges:

Re-establish native plants where invasive species may currently exist

Absorb wave energy and reduce shoreline erosion and sedimentation

Deter geese by providing a natural barrier between the water and maintained lawn areas

Absorb nutrients and filter pollutants from storm water runoff

Improve site aesthetics and property values

Attract wildlife such as songbirds, woodpeckers, hummingbirds, and butterflies